A substantial family home set in a stunning location.DescriptionLocated in a semi-rural position in the popular South side of town, this substantial family home of also benefits from wonderful gardens. The many amenities that Sevenoaks has to offer are also within close proximity.Opening into the spacious entrance hall, the principal reception rooms include the generously proportioned living room boasting a feature double sided open fireplace, and large patio doors leading to the garden. The dining room is positioned with double doors in line with the front doors and double doors leading out onto an attractive courtyard, giving an attractive sight line from the front to the rear of the home.The charming open plan kitchen provides an ideal informal space fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units, contracting central island, and granite worktops. There is also a selection of appliances. A family dining area and a lounge area create a charming family space with large patio doors providing access to the garden terrace.The ground floor is further enhanced by a study/playroom accessed from the living room, a separate utility room with access to the garden, 2 guest W.c’s, a playroom accessed from the kitchen, and integral access to the double garage with additional access to the front.The first floor provides the principal bedroom suite with a delightful view over the garden and fields beyond, and the well-appointed bathroom fitted with a twin vanity unit, separate shower and roll-top bath. There are 3 further bedrooms all benefitting from en suite shower rooms, and 2 further bedrooms which are serviced by the well appointed family bathroom.On the second floor are additional rooms which could serve as flexible accommodation, as well as another bathroom.Externally the property is approached through a 5 bar gate where a sweeping driveway leads to the front of the property and the double garage. The established gardens are a particular feature with delightful views over open countryside. A garden terrace along with a private courtyard provide wonderful areas for al fresco entertaining.LocationThis property is well located for Sevenoaks with the High Street, with its multitude of shops, supermarkets, pubs and restaurants, within a mile away whilst also enjoying a rural situation within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.Comprehensive Shopping: Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells and Bluewater.Mainline Rail Services: Sevenoaks to London Charing Cross/Cannon Street/London Bridge.Primary Schools: Sevenoaks, St John’s cep St Thomas’ rcp and Lady Boswell’s cep Schools.Secondary Schools: Knole Academy, Weald of Kent Grammar and Trinity Secondary Schools in Sevenoaks. Several in Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells.Private Schools: Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Walthamstow Hall and Sackville Secondary Schools. The Granville, Sevenoaks, Walthamstow Hall, Solefields and New Beacon Prep Schools. St Michael’s and Russell House Prep Schools in Otford. Radnor House School in Sundridge.Sporting Facilities: Golf clubs in Sevenoaks include Wildernesse and Knole with Nizels in Hildenborough which also has a private health/fitness centre. Sevenoaks sports and leisure centre. Cricket, Hockey, Football and Rugby in the Sevenoaks Vine area.All distance are approximate.Square Footage: 4,627 sq ftAdditional InfoDeposit payable: £10,384.61 (6 weeks rent)Holding Deposit: £1,730.76 (1 weeks rent)Minimum Term: 12 monthsRent must be paid monthly in advance
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Housing act tenancies (AST)
Holding deposit Equivalent of one weeks rent
Changing tenancy documents once signed £50, or any reasonable costs incurred if these are higher than £50
Deposit: Annual rent less than £50,000 Equivalent to five weeks' rent / annual rent £50,000 or more Equivalent to six weeks' rent
Change of sharer £50 for one reference and a new tenancy agreement, or any reasonable costs incurred if these are higher than £50
Early termination (at landlord’s discretion) All costs incurred by the landlord for allowing early termination including the agent's existing or re-letting fees
Stamp Duty Land Tax Payable on tenancies where the rent exceeds £125,000
Bank charges if you ask us to pay an overseas account we’ll charge £30 per payment
Late, unpaid, returned rent payments 3% above the base rate of Bank of England per annum, calculated daily
Lost keys Any cost for the replacement of keys, fobs, security devices or associated items
non-housing act tenancies (nha)
Pre Tenancy Application Charge (ptac) Equivalent of one weeks rent or £600. If you withdraw from the tenancy: Private tenancies - minimum of £300 per person. Company tenancies - minimum of £600
Tenancy paperwork £360
Company reference checks £120 per reference
Deposit Usually equivalent to six weeks rent / with pet eight weeks
Check-in and/or out From £120 to £620 approx. Check your tenancy agreement to confirm who is responsible for paying this charge
Call out services (inc out of hours) £60 per hour and/or the contractors invoice where your actions or lack of actions result in us or a contractor attending the property to remedy the situation
Last minute cancellation of pre-arranged visits £60 per visit and any contractor invoice
Hourly rate £60 plus any replacement costs if we or the landlord have to replace any damaged items, or return any fixtures or fittings to their original position, as per the inventory
Any overseas payment charges £30 per payment
Late/unpaid/returned rent payments £60 late payment charge and 3% above the base rate of Bank of England per annum, calculated daily
Change of sharer £475 / Additional sharer (at the same time) £100
Renewal negotiation £200 for each renewal. If additional referencing is required £45 per reference
Changing tenancy documents once signed £180
Early termination (at landlord’s discretion) All costs incurred by the landlord for allowing early termination including the agent's existing or re-letting fees
Stamp Duty Land Tax payable on tenancies where the rent exceeds £125,000
Bank charges if you ask us to pay an overseas account we’ll charge £30 per payment